Children in the Afternoon Garden Program were thrilled with their play yard's new winter landscape. Building muddy snowmen takes team work indeed!
Current Affairs
01/23/2012
01/09/2012
Swing Set Update
The installation of a new swing set near our parking lot attracts plenty of attention. It won't be long before it is ready for soaring students!
12/22/2011
WSP Welcomes Dr. Angel Castillo
Dr. Angel Castillo, minister of education for Imbabura province in Ecuador, visited campus last Friday to learn more about incorporating Waldorf methods into Ecuadorian education practices. In between touring various classes, Dr. Castillo and his companions met with parents and staff to get a better feel for the school and its community. You can read more about Dr. Castillo's visit to Princeton here, and more about his visit to our neighbors in Kimberton here.
12/15/2011
Gnome Homes
During recess on Dec. 8th, two Fourth Grade explorers were seen peering into the holes in the pear tree. They discovered where the gnomes can slide down, and even bathe in a hole filled with water from recent rains. The pair then looked for holes in ALL of the trees, in an effort to locate all of the gnome homes. Keep an eye out for these elusive little workers!
12/08/2011
Workshop: Kim John Payne
The Soul of Discipline: Raising Respectful Children in a Culture of Disrespect
This well attended event was held on November 18th-Lecture, and 19th-Workshop, and was open to the public.
Note:Anyone interested in continuing the conversation on soulful discipline and simplicity parenting should keep an eye out for an upcoming study group starting in our area, or contact events@princetonwaldorf.org for more info.
Photo left to right: Chrissy Benson: WSP Grade 2 Faculty; Guest Presenter Kim John Payne: author of: Simplicity Parenting; Lorraine Shiarappa: WSP alumni parent, WSP former faculty member, and current Simplicity Parenting Group Leader
12/05/2011
Winter Spiral
This weekend's Winter Spiral provided the scent of fresh pine, gentle music, and the eventual conquering of darkness for the Kindergartners, First Graders, Second Graders and those in our community wishing to participate. The richness of the experience will certainly carry us through the darkness of the season.
11/14/2011
Lantern Walk Weekend
The Early Childhood Classes and Grades 1 and 2 enjoyed their annual Lantern Walks this weekend. The walks were followed by songs, stories, warm cider and tasty baked potatoes!
11/10/2011
jaZams Holiday Shopping Night
Waldorf Families enjoyed a private opening of jaZams toy store on Tuesday, November 8th from 6-9pm. Shoppers received refreshments and a 10% discount on sales while our school earned 10% as well!
11/04/2011
Buttoning Up For Winter!
Renovations on the old tractor barn this week include new siding and windows!
02/16/2011
Dr. Stuart Brown Visits WSP
On the morning of February 15, our school hosted Dr. Stuart Brown, on behalf of CommonGround. Dr. Brown, a pioneer in the field of play research, gave an engaging talk about the importance of play in all of our lives. Drawing from his research, he confirmed the importance of so much of the Waldorf curriculum – play, storytelling, movement, and handwork were all elements he cited as being important to the development of a healthy human being. The audience of approximately 60 people included WSP parents, staff, and faculty as well as parents and teachers from other schools. Thanks to all of those who attended and helped with the event - in particular, to Karleen Aghevli, Siobhan Darrow, Cynthia Darvin Vega, Angela Kneppers, Mary Langeron, and Judith Wides.
